Orthopaedic Rehabilitation Physiotherapist — Post-Surgical Care, Jeddah

A private family in Jeddah has asked Medical Staff Talent to introduce a UK & European-trained Orthopaedic Rehabilitation Physiotherapist. A family member is recovering from ligament reconstruction and wants to return to sport; the family also wants general orthopaedic cover for the household.

Expect regular travel with the family, including summers in Europe and periods on the family yacht. The rhythm follows the family rather than a rota: a six-day week, with availability at any hour when needed.

The Mandate

• Post-surgical rehabilitation following ligament reconstruction, through to return to activity.
• Liaison with the surgeon on protocols and milestones.
• Orthopaedic assessment and treatment for the wider family.
• Travel with the family to keep the rehabilitation on schedule.
• Complete confidentiality, under a strict non-disclosure agreement.

Requirements

• Physiotherapy degree from a UK or European institution, with substantial orthopaedic and post-surgical rehabilitation experience.
• At least 6 years of post-qualification clinical experience.
• Full registration, in good standing, with a UK or European regulator.
• Postgraduate training in exercise rehabilitation is valued.
• Fluent English and a calm, courteous manner.
• Able to start within six weeks of an offer.
• Willingness to relocate alone to a live-in, single-status appointment, and to travel worldwide with the family at short notice.
• Arabic language skills are a strong advantage.

Package

• £70,000–£110,000 per annum gross, depending on experience.
• The salary is agreed directly between the family and the clinician; each clinician should take advice from their own tax adviser on whether the income is taxable in their circumstances.
• Private accommodation in the residence, provided free.
• Permanent role with annual leave, under a contract renewed yearly with the family.
• The family arranges and pays for the visas needed for travel abroad.

Scope of Engagement

Medical Staff Talent introduces and verifies clinicians. The engagement is contracted directly between the family and the clinician, and all local arrangements (visa, licensed entity, coordination with local clinics) remain with the family’s own office and advisers.

Confidential Application

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